The premiere of Stranger Things Season 5 received much coverage, but it was not only because of the on-screen drama. There were rumors that Millie Bobby Brown had submitted a bullying or harassment complaint against her co-star David Harbour prior to the beginning of Stranger Things Season 5’s filming. The narrative spread fast, becoming viral as fans and tabloids delved into the story.The creators of the show, the Duffer Brothers, were questioned at the Los Angeles premiere about the rumors. They refuted the allegations and claimed that the Stranger Things cast is like a family, and that the rumors were exaggerated. Millie and David also seemed to be friendly on the red carpet, smiling and hugging while being photographed, further creating curiosity among fans as to what is actually happening.So far, no clear confirmation of what actually transpired has been made. It is reported that Netflix investigated the issue internally, although no one has provided any official information or findings. At this point, the Duffer Brothers are attempting to maintain the emphasis on the final season and the show’s legacy as opposed to the behind-the-scenes drama.Why the story drew so much attentionDavid Harbour and Millie Bobby Brown - Source: GettyIn the last week, various news sources covered a similar tale after Daily Mail first released the piece. The report stated that an internal complaint had been filed at the request of Millie Bobby Brown. She had allegedly raised concerns about the behavior of David Harbour on the Stranger Things Season 5 set.Those reports claim that the document contained a number of complaints and that Millie occasionally had a personal representative accompanying her when she was filming.Since Stranger Things is an enormous and highly protracted show, any mention of issues among its lead actors will immediately draw attention. Fans are not only concerned because Millie and David are a close on-screen duo. The entertainment world has also become more serious about workplace behavior, and people want productions to remain transparent.This combination of fame, long-standing acquaintances, and the solemn-sounding assertions caused the story to go viral. Nevertheless, major outlets also indicated that no sexual misconduct allegations were made in the reports and that there is not much substantiated yet. This is why it should not be viewed as an established reality but rather as a story in the works.How the Duffer Brothers and producer Shawn Levy respondedAt the red carpet premiere of Stranger Things Season 5, the Duffer Brothers and other producers attempted to dispel the rumors by discussing how the Stranger Things set feels like a big family. They claimed that the cast and crew work with each other with respect and care and that most of the stories being circulated were exaggerated. Ross Duffer told The Hollywood Reporter:“Obviously, you understand I can’t get into personal on-set matters, but I will say we’ve been doing this for 10 years with this cast, and at this point they’re family and we deeply care about them. So, you know, nothing matters more than just having a set where everyone feels safe and happy.”Stranger Things producer Shawn Levy also stated that they have undertaken genuine measures to ensure the workplace is safe, referring to some of the reports as being inaccurate. In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, he said:“You have to create a respectful workplace where everyone feels comfortable and safe, and so we did everything to build that environment. And we’re proud of the fact that we did so.”They used a certain tone, which matters, as it influences the way people view the situation. An apparent, composed reaction may prevent the madcap rumors, whereas vague answers may aggravate them. The creators did not debate or argue over every rumor; they opted to emphasize the good relationships within the team. This demonstrates that they do not wish to taint anyone’s reputation but instead focus on the Stranger Things Season 5 premiere without turning it into a public debate.Millie Bobbie Brown and David Harbour at the red carpet premiere of Stranger Things Season 5The Hollywood Reporter @THRLINKMillie Bobby Brown and David Harbour reunite on the #StrangerThings5 carpetThe most common photos during the Season 5 Los Angeles premiere were plain and simple: Millie and David hugging and smiling while posing for pictures together. To most fans, those images were an assuring message that they are still on good terms. To others, the friendly moments aroused doubts about the real situation that may be taking place in the background.Their behavior at the Stranger Things Season 5 red carpet premiere can be real or feigned, or somewhere in between. And even though the hug makes it appear like they are friendly, it might not be the full story. Unless either of the actors addresses the rumor, it is difficult to know the truth for certain.For more such insights on Stranger Things Season 5, keep following SoapCentral.